The recent launching of the National Banking Corporation (NBC) VISA Debit card is just the start of things to come for the newest bank in the country to roll out more modern banking services for its customers across Papua New Guinea (PNG). This was revealed by NBC’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr. Paul Thornton at the launching on Thursday 21st August at the NBC branch at the Vision City Shopping Mall in Port Moresby city. He said the VISA launch is part of a broader transformation in how they serve customers. “Our vision is clear; we aim to expand access…
Author: Emmanuel MAIPE
The price inspection on the thirteen (13) household items exempted from the ten percent (10%) Goods and Services Tax (GST) under the government’s zero-rating policy, has found multiple breaches to this policy in the Highlands Region. The operation, led by the Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) in strategic collaboration with the Independent Consumer and Competitions Commission (ICCC) and the Papua New Guinea (PNG) Customs Services, was launched recently in Goroka in Eastern Highlands province with inspections targeting retail outlets selling the 13 designated zero-rated items. Preliminary findings from this inspection revealed multiple breaches. Several retailers (shops) were found to be charging…
Tomorrow, Tuesday 26th August, is National Repentance Day and the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea (PNG) is urging everyone to use the day to reflect and reset as the country marks its 50th Independence Anniversary. Prime Minister James Marape said National Repentance Day is a time of reflection, forgiveness, renewal, and a reset of true Christian character before God and each other. He reminded citizens that since 1975, Papua New Guinea has always declared its identity as a Christian nation, recognizing the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the Almighty Creator. “Our forefathers placed this nation under the guidance…
The United Nations Secretary General, Mr. His Excellency António Guterres will be visiting Papua New Guinea (PNG) in the first week of September, coinciding with the country’s 50th Independence Anniversary celebrations’ lead up events. His visit was confirmed by Prime Minister James Marape, who had sent out an invitation earlier for the head of the UN to come over, where he will be in the country from Tuesday September 2nd to Friday, September 5th. The Prime Minister said this will be the first time a UN Secretary-General will spend four consecutive days in Papua New Guinea, underscoring the importance of…
The new National Banking Corporation (NBC) launched its latest product aimed at enabling ease in banking service for its customers. On Thursday 21st August at the NBC branch located at the Vision City mall in Port Moresby city, the bank launched its VISA Debit Card. NBC Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Paul Thornton said the launch reflects their strong commitment to transforming banking in Papua New Guinea (PNG). “We aim to create a system that is not only user-friendly but also seamlessly connected, ensuring that it meets the diverse needs of our community.” “As the people’s bank, our role is to…
The Wapenamanda Airport in Enga province remains closed for an indefinite period after the National Airport Corporation (NAC) made the decision to shut down operations there due to the civil unrest that is extremely getting out of hand. According to the NAC, a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) was issued, confirming the closure of the airport, effective as of Thursday, 21st August 2025. This decision follows escalating civil unrest within the vicinity of the airport, involving the use of firearms and other offensive weapons. In light of these developments, the NAC had to take proactive steps to safeguard passengers, airport staff,…
The Prime Minister of Solomon Islands Jeremiah Manele is in country on his two-day visit to Papua New Guinea (PNG) and following his arrival, paid a Courtesy Call on the Governor General Grand Chief Sir Bob Dadae at Government House this afternoon in Port Moresby city, where they held talks on the relations between the two countries. PNG and Solomon Islands established diplomatic relations in 1978 and are the closest Melanesian countries in the Pacific geographically, apart from Vanuatu and Fiji. There is a significant number of PNG owned and operated businesses in Solomon Islands providing employment opportunities to some…
Prime Minister James Marape has met with the newly elected Member for Usino Bundi and has assured him of the government’s support for infrastructure in his electorate in the Madang province. Addressing concerns raised by the new Member of Parliament (MP), Prime Minister Marape assured him that over the remaining 18 months before the 2027 National General Elections, the government will work closely with the new MP to address pressing issues, including improving road access within the electorate. The Prime Minister also emphasized the need to extend infrastructure improvements beyond major highways. “Just because the Ramu Highway runs through the…
No more standing in long queues for long hours at the bank to make deposits, BSP customers can now make deposits with ease by just using an ATM. The first Deposit ATMs went live today, Wednesday 20th August 2025, at BSP’s Waigani Banking Centre in Port Moresby city, marking the pilot phase of this new service. BSP Group General Manager for Retail Banking, Ronesh Dayal, said the initiative is part of BSP’s major upgrade to its ATM network, bringing state-of-the-art banking technology to PNG and across the South Pacific. “We are rolling out 600 new ATMs across the BSP Group,…
The newly elected Member for Usino- Bundi district in Madang province, Vincent Ambane Kumura, has joined the Government ranks and Prime Minister James Marape is quite happy about it, saying that he represents a new generation of leaders. During a meeting at the Office of the Prime Minister in Waigani, Port Moresby, Prime Minister Marape congratulated Mr. Kumura and praised his commitment to Public Service. He described him as one of those leaders who would take proactive steps to serve their communities without waiting for government funding, a type of leader that is desirable in the country. “These are the…